Device Comparison
| Studio Buds+ | Enco X4 | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-09-24 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price | — | CNY 1,199 — China |
| Launch Price (USD) | $169.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | — |
| Models and regions | — | China (pre-sale price CNY 1,099 from 22 Sep, sales from 24 Sep 2026) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦238,000 | ₦250,600 (estimate, converted from China launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Beats | OPPO |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | In-ear true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | May 18, 2023 | September 22, 2026 |
| Model Name | Beats Studio Buds+ | Enco X4 |
| Price | $169.99 | CNY 1,199 (China launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | — | 11 mm |
| Driver Type | Custom two-layer transducer | Coaxial dual drivers: 11 mm dynamic bass driver (polymer diaphragm) + 6 mm tweeter, dual DAC crossover; tuned by Dynaudio |
| Frequency Response | — | 10 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Sound Features | ANC, Transparency mode, Spatial Audio (Dolby Atmos, no head tracking), real-time playback correction (up to 50,000x/sec) | 24-bit/48 kHz lossless; Chip: 6nm chip |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes (up to 1.6x better than original Studio Buds) | Yes, adaptive ANC (up to 99.8% suppression of everyday noise) |
| App Support | Beats app (iOS & Android) | HeyMelody app |
| Customizable EQ | Limited (no full custom EQ; Adaptive tuned sound) | Yes, 5 Dynaudio sound styles in HeyMelody app |
| Other Features | — | AI translation (20+ languages), spatial audio |
| Sound Modes | ANC, Transparency, Off | Original Sound, High-Resolution, Pure Vocals, Clear Treble, Surging Bass |
| Touch Controls | Physical multifunction "b" button | Pressure and slide controls, head-motion gestures |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes (up to 2x better than original) | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Support | Siri (hands-free), Google Assistant | Xiao Bu voice assistant |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 (Class 1) | 6.1, up to 10 m |
| Multipoint | Not supported (automatic device switching via iCloud instead) | Yes, dual-device |
| Range | Extended via Class 1 Bluetooth (~10m typical, not quantified) | 10 m |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LHDC, LC3 |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Transparent, Black, Ivory, Cosmic Silver | Soft White, Pink Gold, Titanium Gray |
| Dimensions | Earbud ~20.5 x 18.5 x 15mm; Case ~72 x 51 x 25.5mm | Earbud: 32.11 x 18.19 x 21.03 mm; Case: 63.40 x 49.50 x 25.55 mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear, stemless true wireless | In-ear true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IPX4 | IP55 |
| Materials | Plastic housing, silicone ear tips (XS/S/M/L) | — |
| Weight | ~5.0g per earbud | 5.6 g (each earbud), 41.8 g (case), 53 g (total) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C wired and wireless charging; approx. 55 min (earbuds), 65 min (case wired), 2.5 hours (case wireless) |
| Device Battery Capacity | — | 65 mAh (each earbud), 576 mAh (case) |
| Fast Charging | Fast Fuel — 5 min = 1 hr playback | Yes, 10 min for up to 4.5 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 9 hrs per charge (ANC off) / 6 hrs (on); up to 36 hrs total with case (24 hrs ANC on) | Earbuds: Up to 13 hours (ANC off, AAC), 10 hours (LHDC), 6 hours (ANC on, AAC); With case: Up to 53 hours (ANC off, AAC), 42 hours (LHDC), 22 hours (ANC on, LHDC) |
| Wireless Charging | Not supported | Yes |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | Multiple mics per earbud (exact count not published; 3x larger mics vs. predecessor) | 4 (3 mics + 1 VPU bone-conduction mic) |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Voice-targeting mics with ML-trained background noise suppression | Includes VPU bone-conduction mic |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | "Hey Siri" (hands-free); tap/press for Google Assistant | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | USB-C to USB-C cable | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 4 sizes (XS/S/M/L) | XS, S, M, L foamed silicone tips |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | — |
| Main Device | Beats Studio Buds+ (pair) | Enco X4 earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | Yes |
| Warranty Card | Yes | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS, Android | Android, iOS |
| Profiles Supported | One-touch pairing (Apple), Google Fast Pair, Find My / Find My Device | — |
| Supported Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Android phones/tablets | China-market model; no word on global availability |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | First Beats earbud with a transparent shell design, improved ANC/Transparency, and 36-hour total battery life. | The OPPO Enco X4 are Dynaudio-tuned flagship earbuds with a coaxial 11 mm dynamic bass driver and 6 mm tweeter driven by dual DACs, powered by a new 6nm chip. |